Baked Fish Sticks Recipe (Cod)
This baked fish sticks recipe keeps things simple: coat cod strips with a quick milk-and-spice mix, then bake until flaky. With just a few ingredients and clear how-to steps, it’s an easy, lighter meal—finish with lemon for a fresh bite.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Method
Preheat the oven and prep the tray
Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment so the fish won’t stick.
Cut the fish into sticks
Pat the cod dry with paper towels. Slice into finger-width strips.
Mix the coating
In a small bowl, stir together the milk, black pepper, dried parsley, and paprika. Add salt and garlic powder if you like.
Coat and arrange
Dip the fish strips in the mixture, letting excess drip off. Lay them on the baking sheet with a little space between pieces.
Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the fish turns opaque and flakes easily. Don’t overbake or it can dry out.
Serve with lemon
Plate while warm and squeeze lemon over the top, or serve lemon wedges on the side.

